Campgrounds near Grayson, Kentucky sit within the eastern Kentucky foothills at elevations ranging from 600-1100 feet. The region features rolling terrain with mixed hardwood forests and limestone formations typical of the western Appalachian plateau. Most RV camping options remain open year-round, with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F and winters commonly dropping below freezing.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: The Little Sandy River surrounds Little Bear Island Campground, offering direct water access. "We fished all day and night. Caught a bunch of fish and had a catfish fry. The mountain views are awesome," reports camper Danny J.
Cave exploration: Multiple limestone caverns provide underground adventures within a short drive. Carter Caves State Resort Park Campground features guided tours with varying difficulty levels. "The park has a lot to do, not just the caves. There's tons of waterfalls off the trails, and other things to see. The caves are great to explore as well," notes Chris B.
Water recreation: Several campgrounds offer swimming and paddling options during warmer months. Oasis Point RV Resort maintains a man-made lake with water amenities. "They have a good size lake for swimming, they have stand up paddle boards and kayaks. On the other side of the lake there is a large water slide and a zip line that both end in the water," explains Dustin M.
What campers like
Peaceful settings: Many campgrounds provide quiet environments away from highway noise. "It's such a peaceful place to visit. Kids can play without worry," mentions Angie C. about Creekside Cabins & RV Park.
Maintained facilities: Campers frequently mention clean and well-kept grounds. "The folks that run this RV park are very nice and obviously have a lot of pride in their place. Valley Breezy is very well kept and clean," shares Tahnee M.
Natural features: The region's landscapes earn consistent praise. "The campground is very well maintained. It's quite and tucked away. Nature trails, ponds for relaxing and watching the wildlife or fishing," writes Angelia C. about Sheltowee RV Park & Cabins.
What you should know
Variable site conditions: Layout and amenities differ significantly between parks. At Carter Caves State Resort Park, "You will need extra water hose and extension cords to get hooked up in a lot of the sites" according to Ron & Bonnie D. Another camper notes, "make sure to check in the details, which sites have sewer as they don't label it full hookups up front."
Weather considerations: Spring rains can affect accessibility at certain campgrounds. Little Bear Island reports access challenges during wet periods: "I drove to the campgrounds but didn't stay. It was too muddy, it's a dirt road. I was nervous about getting stuck."
Reservation policies: Some smaller parks have restrictions on stay duration. Valley Breeze RV Campground reportedly limited one camper, who noted: "I was going to be in the area for 5 days. I went to the office, asked for 4 nights, I have a 2021 travel trailer. He said 'overnight only'."
Tips for camping with families
Activity centers: Look for campgrounds with built-in recreation for children. "Super nice, especially if you have kids. There are about 20 or so sites that are back in for the 'Backyard' that has fire pits, picnic tables, playground equipment, and large tent," reports Dustin M. about Outpost Campground & RV Park.
Seasonal events: Several parks host special activities during holiday periods. "We went to the campground during the Halloween festivities in October 2017. There are a lot of activities to do while at the state park, caving, hiking, kayaking, mini golf, golf, etc," shares Karen P.
Crowd management: Consider timing your visit to avoid peak periods. One camper observed at Carter Caves: "It was very crowded the weekend we were there. The campsite beside us had a pull camper, a truck camper, and 2 small tents. There were about 15 people on the site and it got pretty loud at night."
Tips from RVers
Leveling requirements: Several campgrounds have uneven terrain requiring leveling equipment. "Our site was very level, maybe 1/2" low on the camp side," reports Dustin M. about Oasis Point RV Resort.
Hookup positioning: Electric and water connections at some parks require extra equipment. As one camper noted: "The only issue was that some of the sites were around 50 ft from the electric hook up. Thankfully we were able to switch spots instead of renting an extension cord."
Unique camping environments: Some RV parks near Grayson occupy unusual landscapes. Robert Newlon Airpark RV Park sits alongside an active airstrip. "This is one of the more unique campgrounds we have stayed. The park is located on a local airstrip with parachutists, apparently jumping on Sundays," explains Jason G.
